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Volunteer Now:
Being a member
of the Glassy Mountain Fire Department offers rewards few other things in life
can match.
Joining our team will
initiate a life-long, rewarding experience. Whether serving as a volunteer
firefighter, rescue or emergency medical technician, or youth or auxiliary
member, there are few opportunities that can provide the sense of pride that
comes from knowing you are making a difference in the lives of others—something
we experience every day!
We are always seeking people for our team with a
strong desire to help others--people with the pride and dedication to make their
community safer and better. Because our work is so important, we make sure all
our firefighters and emergency response personnel are properly trained and
equipped. We provide the equipment, clothing, insurance and training.
The training opportunities are ongoing. Our
firefighters receive initial and continuing training as first responders as well
as instruction in handling emergencies in firefighting, auto extrications,
dealing with hazardous materials, flammable liquids and gas, and technical
rescues that meet the requirements of the South Carolina Fire Academy and South
Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control. We train once a month
with specialized classes scheduled as appropriate. In 2009, the GMFD members
volunteered a combined total of 6,413 hours.
In addition to firefighters, we also need people
for other critical jobs within the department that can be extremely rewarding.
Are you a photographer or videographer? If you can repair or maintain equipment
and apparatus, help upgrade and maintain our facilities, assist in presenting
fire prevention and public education programs, help with strategic planning, or
provide a broad range of administrative duties including record keeping,
finance, taxes, marketing, compliance, legal aid, etc. – we have a job for you!
The GMFD offers a wide range of jobs with a high
level of job-satisfaction. All you need to do is provide the time. If you want
challenging work that provides something meaningful to your family, friends and
neighbors, come join us!
To learn more about GMFD, call 864-895-4306 or
visit Headquarters or check our website at
www.gmfd.net.
